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The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27
THE BOWIES.

We find the following in the last
issue of the Ruston Caligrapk, ad-
dressed to its editor, and signed by E.
S. Pipes, We think the gentleman
errs in several instances. We have
eften heard it said that the first Bowie
knife was made in Alexandra, on the
property near the old Jacob Walker
store on Front street, out of horse
file. We publish this in order that
our old "residenters" may read it, 80
if the article is wrong correction can
be made. We will cheerfully publish
a correct recital of the facts:
In answer to questions relative to the
"BowiesD l submit the following CON-
piled from history and tradition:
James Bowie was a native of Georgia,
but in 1902 he removed with his family to
Catahoula Parish, La. Here Rezin T.
Bowie manufactured the celebrated knife
which bears his name, and presented one
to his brother James, to be used in hunt
ing. The length of the original was 81
inches; it's width was II inches, with a
single edge and straight blade. James
Bowie had qutrrel on hand, and had
once been waylaid and shot. He was ex-
pecting another attack, and his brother
gave him the knife to be used in case OF
necessiti. Without any formal challenge
the two parties met Oh sand bank OF
bar in the Mississippi river, on the 10th OF
September, 1927. At the first fire James
Bowie was shot down, and Morris Wright,
his antagonist, was advancing upon him,
When Bowie drew the knife and killed
him. One or two others were killed in
the melee. Rein Bowie long afterwards
said that neither he nor his brother
James had ever fought duel. This
statement was made to yindicate the
character generally ascribed to the Bow
les. Except in the fight on the sand bar,
neither of them ever used the bowie, ex-
cept for hunting, for which it was made.
During the period Of Lafftte's occupan-
ey of Galveston, the three Bowies-Rezin
p, James and John-engaged in buying
the African negroes taken from Spanish
slavers by Latitte's men, and carrying
them through the swamps to Louisiana
for sale.
It is said that they-the Bowies-made
$65, 600 at this business. The price of q
negro in Galveston was one dollar a
pound. On one occasion james Bowie
started with about 80 negroes to Alexan-
dria, when the whole number escaped
and fled to the West. He followed them
as far as the Colorado, but could never
recover them. The blood of these broth
ers in black is doubtless coursing human
veins in the far Weet now.
James Bowie with other Texans, en-
tered the Alamo with Travis. During
the siege, when Travis demanded that all
who were willing to die with him defend
ing the place should rally under flag
by his side, every man but one promptly
took the place, and Bowie who was sick
in bed, had his cot carried to the desig-
mated spot. When the Alamo fell he was
found in bed and killed by the Mexicans
This is the Texas version, and l suppose
substantially correct.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27
Not q Bottle Returned.

Mr.. Joseph Atkins, Greensboro, AL
ALBANIA, writes: ~ have sold nearly all
the Hughes Tonic l have bought Of
you and not bottle has been return
ed. am satisfied it is the best Agne
cure that was ever presented to the
public. I have been in the drug bus.
mess for 25 years and never have sold
anything that gave such satisfaction"
Prepared by R. A. Robinson Il Co.,
Wholesale Druggists, Louisville, Ky.
Sold at retail by Druggists generally.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27
A Gift For All.

In order to give all chance to test it,
and thus be convinced of it's wonderful
curative powers, DR.. Kings New Discov-
cry for Consumption, Coughs and Colds,
will be, for a limited time, given away
This offer is not only liberal, but shows
uubounded faith in the merits of this
great remedy. All who suffer from
Coughs, Colds, Consumption, Asthma,
Bronchitis, or any affection of throat,
chest or lungs, are especially requested to
call at Jacob Geiger's Drug Store, and get
a trial bottle free. Large Bottles $1W.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27
Renews Her Youth.

Mrs. Phoebe Chesley, Peterson, Clay
Co., Iowa, tells tho following remarkable
story, the truth of which is vouchcd for
by the residents of tho town: II am q
years old, have been troubled with kidney
complaint and lameness for many years !;
could not dress myself without help. Now
l am free from all pain and soreness, and
am able to do all my own homework. l
owe my thanks to Electric Bitters for
having renewed my youth, and removed
completely all disease and pain" Try q
bottle, 50 cents and 81, at Jacob Geiger's
Drug Store.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27
Frank Leslle's Sunday Magazine Fol
August, 1887,

Affords pleasant midsummer reading
for all. Stories and poems abound
and yet the claims Of those who like
more solid reading are not overlooked.
The eyes of all now looking toward
France, the articles on "Chantilly,"
the Due d'Aumale's princely gift to
the French nation, and the entertain
ing description Of "Metz, its Monu-
uments and Memories" will be espe-
cially attractive. DR.. Talmages SER
mon is ''Tbe Ships of War;" and was
delivered by him to tho Veterans of
the American Navy on the day before
Decoration Day, at the special request
of the men of the navy, both North
and South, and editorially he discusses
Sympathy and Common Sense"
Literary Pillage," apropos Of some
recent charges of plagiarism, and
"Streaks Of Light in the Clouds" >
Those who have followed the course
of the two serial stories, "In Exchange
for a Soul," by Miss Lipskill, and
ellis Banner Over Me-" by Miss Ma
thews, will be specially interested in
this number, for exciting periods are
reached, and the two short stories,
"The Convict's Message" by Florence
B. Hallowell, and "a Romance of an
Old Dress" by Millie W. Carpenter,
both convey excellent morals. Pub.
lished by Mrs. Frank Leslie, Nos. SO,
SIS and 81 Park Place, New York
City, N. Y.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27
Address registered letters to New Or
leans National Bank, New Orleans, La.

RAn,a~nhon That the presence of
ASsAS0101 Gems. Bcauregard and
Early who are in charge of the Drawings,
is a guarantee of absolute fairness and
Integrity; that the chances are all equal,
and that no one can possibly divine what
number will draw Prize.
REMEMBER
that the payment Of all prizes is guaran-
teed By four National Banks of New Orleans
and tho tickets are signed by the Pfesi-
dent of an Institution, whose chartered
rights are recognized in the highest
Courts, therefore, beware of all imita-
tons and anonymous Schemes
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27
Bucklen's Arnica Salve.

The best Salve in the world for cuts,
bruises, sores, ulcers, salt rheum, fever
sores, letter, chapped hands, chilblains,
corns, and all skin eruptions, and posi-
lively cnres Piles, or no pay required. 1t
is guaranteed to give perfect satisfaction,
or money refunded. Price % cts. per box.
For sale by Jacob Geiger,
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27
The Baton Rouge Cap;tolian, i

The Baton Rouge Capitolian, in
a recent issue says: "A number of
Mississippi capitalists, who are sharp
enough to see the bright future ahead
for Louisiana, are preparing to start a
National bank at Alexandria, La,
with capital stock Of $4,000 to be-
gin with. They rather like tho vim
and energy that pervades the old Su-
gar Bowl State, and which is increa-
sing daily, and have determined to
come in and share her good fortune.
We are happy to see it, and hope the
live and progressive gentlemen at the
head Of the new enterprise will reap a
rich reward with their worthy under
taking. A few years more of pro-
gressive Democratic rule, such as has
blessed our beloved State from 1880
to the present time, will place her in
the front rank of prosperous and tho,
roughly progressive States. Her cap.
ital will all be producing rich divi.
dends in agriculture, stock-raising,
manufacturing, merchandising, ETC..
and her laboring as we'll as her veal
thy classes will feel contented and
happy with peace and plenty at thei1
doors instead Of the wolf Of poverty
that stalked abroad in days gone by
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27

the North Louisiana Fair, to be
given at Shreveport in November,
promises to be a success. People in
that section should encourage it.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27
"A MAN named Charles Reed r

"A MAN named Charles Reed re-
siding near Akron, Ohio, hung him
self last Sunday. His wife soon after
discovered the body and as quick as
possible got knife and cut the body
down. As soon as she severed the
rope she tainted and remained uncon-
sciops until the next day when she too
died FROM the shock aud exhaustion
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27
A Good Sugar Crop Will Restore
Confidence.


If the Aattering promises now held
ont by the condition Of the cane crop
are realized this fall, not only will
many planters find themselves on the
road to prosperity, but an impetus will
be given to the sugar industry gener-
ally and capital which has of late
been timid, will once more seek in
vestment in our fertile fields and ex-
tensive factories.
Even rats will leave a sinking ship,
and men, more intelligent than the
rodents, refuse to embark in an indus
try which to many seams but history
of failures. Figures to prove that the
business is very profitable if backed
by capital and intelligently conducted
are of little avail. What is needed is
to point out examples of successful
men, as to say and prove, "there is q
man who made $4,000 last year, and
there is one who made $50, OOO." And
unless the Item is greatly mistaken
there will be many such illustrations
the coming year.
When capitalists begin to realize
that such sums can be and are made
at sugar planting, there will be an
eagerness to embark in the industry
which will be as gratifying as it has
been discouraging to watch the mon
eyed men hold aloof. :.
Most of the successful planters are
men who were drawn or forced into
the business by having money loaned
on mortgages, and who who were OBJ
liged to take the plantation ::or to lose
heavily on their investments. The
new prodrietors, to whom reference is
made, by pursuing economical and
progressive methods, and by putting
up new machinery have met with such
satisfactory results that they have no
reason to regret the step to which
necessity compelled them.
1t is unfair to estimate the profits Of
sugar making by the results on plan
tations conducted under the old sys-
TEN. The kettle sugar house should
no more be compared with the factory
equipped with modern improvements
than Fulton's steamboat and Steven
sons locomotive with the floating pal
aces and splendid engines of to-day.
It costs no more to work up ton Of
cane in complete sugar factory than
in an old style sugar house, and the
product Of the former sells for almost
twice as much as that of the latter.
1t is in the natural order of things
that old methods must 60, and plan
tiers who do not realize that fact or
are unable to keep up with the times
must of necessity be wrecked. In
stead Of their failure being ascribed to
the impossibility Of making sugar pay,
the fact that they have been able to
hold out so long, goes to prove that
the industry can he made to return
large profits.
Until the central factory and small
farm system shall be adopted the Item
does not believe the sugar industry
will reach its highest stage of devel-
opment. Still, with improved faoto.
ries, enough will be accomplished to
show that the industry is profitable
and that it offers a promising field to
enterprise and capital.-(City Item.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27

THE New Orleans States. "Ihe
prohibition movement in the South
appears to have been invented for no
other purpose than to havo men kill
each other.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27
La. State Lottery Go.

Incorporated by the Legislature in 1868
for Educational anc Charitable purposes,
and it's franchise made part of the pres
emit State Constitution, in 1879, by an over
whelming popular vote. -,
Its Grand Single Number Drawings VIII
take place every month, and its Grand
Semi-Annual Drawings takes place every
six months (June and Decembcr.)
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27

RAILROADS are projected on all
sides. Bauer & Wells great trunk
hne has reached this town and is open
to the inspection Of the public, who are
invited to call.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27

HENRY NJ. Stanley, tho great
African explorer, is dead. lle was
killed on tho 21st inst; in Central
.Asrisa, during an attack upon a for
aging party of his corps.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27
AYERS Hair Vieor has no coma

AYERS Hair vigor has no equal,
in merit and efficiency, as hair dres-
sing and for the prevention of bald
ness. 1t eradicates dandruff, keeps
the scalp moist, clean and healthy, and
gives vitality and color to weak, fade
and gray hair. The most popular OF
toilet articles.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27

Ar the Democratic Site nomina-
ting Convention held at Cleveland,
Ohio, OH the 2lst inst, Hon. Thomas
T.. Powell, of Delaware County, was
nominated for Governor, and d. G..
Goodman for Lieutenant Governor.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27

BY budget prepared and pub.
lished, the Parish expenses of Match
itoches for the present year will be
SlsS3s,00; that of the Town of Nat
chitoches is put down at $4,000,
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27

Mr. Chas. V. Porter has again
assumed editorial charge of the Match
itOChes RcuieW.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27

No Color LINE IN ENGLAND.-A
correspondent writing from London to
a New York paper appears to have
found place where the color line does
not exist. He Gays; "Colored people
are apparently very popular in Eng.
land. There does not seem to be any
prejudice against them on account of
their color. There are not many COL
ored people in London. The few that
l have seen from time to time are iu-
variably in the company of white peo-
pie and associating with them upon a
footing of perfect equality. l saw the
ether day upon Regent street negro
girl, black as coal, walking along
leaning upon the arm of fashionable,
we'll dressed Englisl man, who seemed
perfectly charmed and contented with
his dusky companion. In the same
way / have seen white women, respec-
table in their appearance and dress,
walking in public leaning upon the
arms of negroes" How would it do
for our colored fellow-c citizens to start
m exodus in that direction. They
might make an arrangement to get
possession of Ireland and after tho
Irish peoble shall be thoroughly evic.
ted send the homeless and uufortu-
nate population to America. There
could he no objection TO an equitable
exchange Picayme.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27

HENRY GEORGES THEoRY.-ITen-
ry Georges theory that the law Of
conquest is All infamous one and that
it should no longer be respected, bears
tho apparent marks Of philanthropy,
but, if followed out where would Hen
ry George bel 1t would be equally
Infamous to retain tho fruits of the
law, aud, to right matters, the land
would have to be surrendered to the
Indians, from whom it was taken by
force and violated treaties. As re-
suit, some Mohawk Indian would pro-
badly pitch his tent where Mr.. George
now publishes his PAPER, and Cooper
Institute might as we'll be the council
chamber of tho chief as not. Such a
condition of affairs is probably not
what Mr.. George is pinins for, but his
plea is that all phases of the question
shall be considered. philadelphia
Times.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27
Official Journal of the TWcn.
OFFICIAL JOURNAL of the DEMO
CRATIC PARTY of RAPIDES.
Our Agents.

Thos. Mcintyre, .......New Orleans
Dauchy Il Co., New York
Geo. ?. Rowell & Co.,.... ="
Nelson Chesman & Co.,....St. Louis
Edwin Alden, Cincinnati
N w. Aver & Son.. Philadelphia
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27
Two Certain Cures Of Poison Oak
NASHVILLE, Tenn, !
Feb. 20, 1887. {

NASHVILLE, Tenn, !
Feb. 20, 1887. !
Gentlemen
Thsee years ago I was poisoned
with eak vine. The poison broke out
on my body and face, One large bot
tie of S. S. s. entirely cured me. Ny
case was q perfect test Of the power Of
S. s. s. as a blood purifier. A friend
of mine had been cured of a similar
poison by S. S. S., and it was through
his recommendation that I took it. So
here are two certain cures Of poison
oak by Swift's Specific.
Yours truly,
ARTHUR w. WHITE,
Corner Carroll and University streets.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27

ne do hereby certify that ace supervise the
arrangements for all the monthly and quar-
terly Drawings Of the Louisiana State Lottery
Company, and in person manage and control
the dra,cings Themselves, aud that the same
are conducted NTH honesty, fairness, and IN
good faith toward all parties, and me author
Ire the Company to use this certificate, 10Th
fac smile of our signatures attached, IN its
advertisements.
g. T. BE4UREG4lRD,
j. d. EARLY,
Commissioners.
We, the undersigned banks and bank
ers will pay all prizes drawn in the Louis
lana State Lotteries which may be presen-
ted at our counters.
J. H. OGELSBY,
Pres. La. Nat. Bank.
P. LANAUX,
Pres. State Nat. Bank.
A. BALDWIN,,
Pres N. q. Nat. Bank. .
CARL KOHN,
Pres. Union Nat. Bank.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27

HEIR Krnpp, the proprietor of
the Essen gun works, Germany, is
dead.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27
A CAPITALISTS Case.

A Capitalists Case.
Eli Mitchell is the wealthiest man
in Corinth, Miss. He has been retired
from active business for years. His
word has the greatest influence in his
community. He has long been a
staunch advocate Of S. S. S., and here
is the cause of his great faith and his
friendship for the medicine:
CoR1NTH, Miss, I
Feb. II, 1887. !
The Swift Specific Co., Atlanta, Ga.
Gentlemen IL bad had rheumatism
for twenty years in my arms and
shoulders, and some time ago l under
went a course of S. s. S., taking q
dozen or so bottles. 1t entirely cured
cured me, and / very cheerfnlly give
this testimonial of its virtues in my
case. E. s. MITCHELL.
u Treatise on Skin and Blood Disea-
ses mailed free.
The Swift Specific Co., Drawer 3, At
lanta, Georgia.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27

Tx q card to the public the editor
of the Webster tribune says: The I'M
pleasant controversy between the edi
tors of the Tribune and Monitor, ter
minating in abusive language in re-
cent issues of the papers, and after
friends having failed to adjust the
differences, Mr.. Fort sent a friend to
Mr.. Boyle to arrange to fight it out,
desiring to resent the insult offered
him, but not in the form of q chal-
lenge; and though both were ready
fight with pistols as suggested By
Boyle, bu. through the interference Of
friends they had personal conflict in
the presence of four friends, which is
considered by all close of this un.
pleasant affair.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27

ONE of the most violent cases OF
yellow fever developed since the COM
mencement Of the epidemic at Key
West occurred last Saturday. james
Quinn, prominent merchant and over
thirteen years a resident on the island
was taken with tho disease in the
morning and died at 9 o'clock the
same night. Mr.. Quinn was a healthy
active young man, and bis sudden
death has created a deep impression.
It is not alleged that be had been
Gissipated. City Item.
The Louisiana Democrat. [volume] (Alexandria, La.) 1845-1918, 1887-07-27
Approximation Prizes:

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frrmation apply to the undersigned. L.
Your handwriting must he distinct and
Signature plain. Moce rapid return mail
delivery will be assured by your enclosing
an envelope bearing your full address.
u Send Postal Notes, Express Money
orders, or New York Exchange in ordi-
nary letter. Currency by Express, at
our expense, addressed to
NJ. A. DAUPHIN,
New Orleans, La.
Address registered letters to New Or
leans National Bank, New Orleans, La.
A. ALBERT & Son., AGENTS
Alexandria, La.
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A L reduced rentals cottages for season at
IA Long Branch and elsewhere .. ,
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business propsrtp for Sale anb Go fct
Giip propsrtp tpanteS.
nrooklpn propertp fca Sale ana % fet
FOR SALE.

FOh SALE
2ox45 FEET-LoT 100 FEET DEEP.
Threestory and basement brownstone Basement
and 2d story finished in hard wood I'd floor saloon cham
her, glass windows parIor cabinet mantes through
cut 10 lstcglass Butres stairs In parlo story
basement and paror hall wsnscoted In hard wood double
floors in parlo Sanitary plumbing throughout Heated by
furnace. Pr1ce 81 900
Also 2story and red and brownstone
finished with latest Price 1900 Ths house
ia bargain.
Also corner house finished in the most curabe manner
Ifiee $4,000 This house viii BE shown only special
permit
reach them take BROOKLYN Elevated Road Sumne-ave
station about 20 minutes riGethen blocks up sumner
20 Nonroe-st then block 10 house, 2B7A Lewsavs
These houses oil Elevated Road in one OF
he beat residence streets in Brooklyn and 6n by one Of me
cannot AFFORD TO carry Them. Keys At 267A Lewisave
TOR SALE.-Lots-BlOcks, Plots or Single
Lots along the lines OF the elevated railroads IN all sec
the city and suburbs sell plots OF 100 or len0
lots purchaser; several parcels that show good
REGULATION. d. p DARLING q CO. 30 Courtst. corner
Remsen AMI l.20S FuitoR-st
~ FIRST PLACE.-TO let, partially fur
uIshed, for years. a private family only
fine threestorv high stoop brownstone house No
Clinton and Henry sta For terms ana
permit apply 10 l. D. II. BERGEN. 307 Courts, Brooklyn
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Gonntrn Dro.er ! for Sale ano 90 &c

A T CRAWFORD, y. j., To LEI, 10 minutes
n from N.w.Yofk via Central Railroad OF NewJersey.
house srooms barn ouhouses aud hennery x
IL all ORDER GA acres depot Desirable
for wishing TO raise iowis possession immediate
ip lure OF CHARLES LEO ABRY, Al ana IS Maiden Lane
NrN ~ rk.
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FARE TO LONG BRANCH AND RETURN. CEN is
The last boat from Long Branch lsns only at Pier No.
North River
Excursion II kes to Consv Island sold
all stations Elevated Roads with free transfer
South Ferry and Battery place for Second and
Third ave passengers
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european advertisements.


stonains n tame Manufactures and wirerocms. 10
"a as West 2sshsI s67 Broadway lsshsI tDssohs
Buildinx). Pianos exchanged. rented or instaimcnu
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Dressmakins.

a RTJSTIC DRESSMAKING.-Ta or-made
n sn,ts slO dinner evening gowns hos1
orders at shortest notice. Mrs AcEL"ot' o. N~s' '"
nRFSSMAKING.-By seaInstressi mend-
pa,,a, h,iss ate; homo or By the day; terms
reason bls. X. L. A.. Tribune op'oWa oso $3.50 - =
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.Gxfnrslous

INCREASED SPECIAL NIGHTLY SERVICE wfrH
FIVE BOATS FOR
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B0WERY BAY BEACH.

The beautiful and popular family Issos
simmer horse 91dsI Ferry In 20 minutes ~
.t. nendax ierriase Hunters Point ferries "
~ car fare 10 cents Al by steamboats, drsot 20
Grand Pier Sec principal aaiv pASsfS